AQL
AQL (ArangoDB Query Language) is a declarative query language specifically designed for the ArangoDB multi-model database. It allows developers to query and manipulate data across documents, graphs, and key-value stores using a unified syntax. AQL supports complex operations like joins, aggregations, and graph traversals, making it versatile for handling diverse data models in a single database.
Developers should learn AQL when working with ArangoDB to leverage its multi-model capabilities, such as combining document and graph data in queries for applications like social networks or recommendation engines. It is essential for building efficient data retrieval and manipulation logic in ArangoDB-based systems, reducing the need for multiple query languages and simplifying development in polyglot persistence scenarios.